I'd been eyeing a small packet of Auromere for a while. They sent a few tiny, one-use packets, so I cracked open the Hand & Body Lotion. I'd been pleasantly surprised in the past by some of the body lotions, such as Hempz, so I squeezed some onto my hands.
The product was very light and creamy. There was no oiliness whatsoever! I applied it to my right leg and was very satisfied with the results. It soaked in almost instantly, but was wet long enough to allow me to apply it all over my legs. The second I stopped rubbing it in, it dried. The same happened on my second leg! There wasn't much of a scent, but they provided the perfect amount of product for a one time use.
I would highly consider this product in my next body lotion purchase. There are a few other lotions in the running, however, so it may be a while before this actually becomes a part of my repertoire. If you're in the market for a new lotion, though, I'd highly recommend giving Auromere a try!
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Sea Flora: Sea Kelp Softening Facial Moisturizer
I moved onto a new moisturizer and decided to go for a new company. Sea Flora really stood out for me, so their Sea Kelp Softening Facial Moisturizer seemed like a great place to start. I'd read a few good reviews about the company and the package mentioned this product is great for all skin types.
When I first felt the product it was a bit oily. It had a gross color, reminiscent of a brown/yellow combination. I applied it to my face and immediately felt a slight burning sensation. It wasn't crazy intense, but it was something that I definitely noticed. The smell was horrendous--it reminded me of a rotten pile of seaweed. It was nearly unbearable, but I stuck it out because I wanted to try the product. The first day that I used it, my skin stayed moisturized, but became quite oily towards the end of the day. The second day, I saw a drastic regression in the state of my skin. I'd used the Sisley Cleansing Milk prior to moisturizing and my face had been fine. Once I applied the moisturizer, my face looked like an angry, red mess. I gave it a few minutes to calm down and it did, but I was less than pleased.
Needless to say, this is not a product that I will be using in the future. I will definitely try Sea Flora's other lines, but the Softening Facial Moisturizer is just not for me. If you have dry skin, it may be a go, but don't use it if you're oily!
When I first felt the product it was a bit oily. It had a gross color, reminiscent of a brown/yellow combination. I applied it to my face and immediately felt a slight burning sensation. It wasn't crazy intense, but it was something that I definitely noticed. The smell was horrendous--it reminded me of a rotten pile of seaweed. It was nearly unbearable, but I stuck it out because I wanted to try the product. The first day that I used it, my skin stayed moisturized, but became quite oily towards the end of the day. The second day, I saw a drastic regression in the state of my skin. I'd used the Sisley Cleansing Milk prior to moisturizing and my face had been fine. Once I applied the moisturizer, my face looked like an angry, red mess. I gave it a few minutes to calm down and it did, but I was less than pleased.
Needless to say, this is not a product that I will be using in the future. I will definitely try Sea Flora's other lines, but the Softening Facial Moisturizer is just not for me. If you have dry skin, it may be a go, but don't use it if you're oily!
Sisley: Cleansing Milk with Sage
I just finished up a cleanser by Sisley, called Cleansing Milk With Sage. The last few cleansers I used didn't really impress me, so I was stoked to try out a new cleanser. Sisley is a Parisian company with a history of great skincare.
The cleanser was creamy when it came out of the foil. It wasn't oily and it didn't have a gross smell. In fact, it was a rather pleasant scent that reminded me of baby powder. I wet my face and applied the product. It went on very smoothly and didn't have any weird tingling sensations--it's shocking how many products have that. I let it set for a moment and then rinsed my face. It came off very easily and didn't leave any residue. My face felt very fresh afterwards!
I would seriously consider purchasing this product if it wasn't $110 per bottle. I really liked how it felt on my skin and it took away all of the excess oil. If I ever have a spare Franklin laying around, this would be something I'd seriously consider purchasing!
The cleanser was creamy when it came out of the foil. It wasn't oily and it didn't have a gross smell. In fact, it was a rather pleasant scent that reminded me of baby powder. I wet my face and applied the product. It went on very smoothly and didn't have any weird tingling sensations--it's shocking how many products have that. I let it set for a moment and then rinsed my face. It came off very easily and didn't leave any residue. My face felt very fresh afterwards!
I would seriously consider purchasing this product if it wasn't $110 per bottle. I really liked how it felt on my skin and it took away all of the excess oil. If I ever have a spare Franklin laying around, this would be something I'd seriously consider purchasing!
Sunday, February 8, 2015
Hempz: Age Defying Herbal Body Moisturizer
I loved the last Hempz product so much, that I wanted to try another one. I decided that another body lotion would be idea. I cracked open an Age Defying Herbal Body Moisturizer. On the packet it said that it will hydrate and firm and is enriched with natural hemp seed oil.
It really didn't have much of a scent, other than "clean." It came out smoothly and it wasn't too thick of a cream, just like the last Hempz lotion. There was no oiliness and the dry time was pretty fast. My legs stayed moisturized all day and I didn't have to reapply.
Overall, I was very pleased with the product. A second great body lotion came out of my Hempz supply. This really makes me lean towards purchasing something from them! I highly recommend the Hempz line!
It really didn't have much of a scent, other than "clean." It came out smoothly and it wasn't too thick of a cream, just like the last Hempz lotion. There was no oiliness and the dry time was pretty fast. My legs stayed moisturized all day and I didn't have to reapply.
Overall, I was very pleased with the product. A second great body lotion came out of my Hempz supply. This really makes me lean towards purchasing something from them! I highly recommend the Hempz line!
Trilogy: Line Smoothing Day Cream
I want to prevent lines from forming on my face from the intense dryness. Line Smoothing Day Cream by Trilogy caught my eye in my bag of moisturizers. Not only would it hydrate my skin, it would also reduce any lines that could potentially be forming!
I opened the packet and pushed out some product. It was a light, creamy substance. It didn't have much of a smell, which I was happy with. It wasn't too oily, either! I applied the day cream all over my face--including where crows feet form. In less than 2 minutes, it had completely dried into my skin. I was actually pretty excited! My face remained moisturized throughout the day.
I actually really liked this product! I'm not sure that I'd purchase it, but I would consider it in the future. I would definitely recommend it to a friend. I'm stoked to see what other products Trilogy has to offer!
I opened the packet and pushed out some product. It was a light, creamy substance. It didn't have much of a smell, which I was happy with. It wasn't too oily, either! I applied the day cream all over my face--including where crows feet form. In less than 2 minutes, it had completely dried into my skin. I was actually pretty excited! My face remained moisturized throughout the day.
I actually really liked this product! I'm not sure that I'd purchase it, but I would consider it in the future. I would definitely recommend it to a friend. I'm stoked to see what other products Trilogy has to offer!
Saturday, February 7, 2015
Eve Lom: Intense Hydration Serum
I actually had no idea what serums were used for prior to sending off for samples. In fact, I actually called my Mom and had her explain their use. I basically learned that they're a primer for moisturizers, which sounded super up my alley. She also mentioned that in general, the lightest products go on first and progressively get heavier. That night, I opened an Intense Hydration Serum by Eve Lom.
I wasn't really sure what to expect, other than a light textured product. It came out clear and had a watery consistency. I put a small bit onto the tips of my fingers and started applying it to my forehead and worked my way down. Before I even reached my cheeks the serum had already dried on both my forehand and fingers. It dried so fast that I actually had to squirt out more of the product onto my fingers. I was able to get about 3 uses from the foil and each time the serum dried before I was able to finish applying it. I really liked how it felt on my face and it did a great job priming for the moisturizer, but let me freaking get it all on my face before drying!
I probably won't be purchasing this product. I 100% would if it took a hair longer to dry. That sounds kind of goofy, as I normally can't stand things that take too long to dry, but I need to get it all on my face first. So far Eve Lom isn't winning the product game.
I wasn't really sure what to expect, other than a light textured product. It came out clear and had a watery consistency. I put a small bit onto the tips of my fingers and started applying it to my forehead and worked my way down. Before I even reached my cheeks the serum had already dried on both my forehand and fingers. It dried so fast that I actually had to squirt out more of the product onto my fingers. I was able to get about 3 uses from the foil and each time the serum dried before I was able to finish applying it. I really liked how it felt on my face and it did a great job priming for the moisturizer, but let me freaking get it all on my face before drying!
I probably won't be purchasing this product. I 100% would if it took a hair longer to dry. That sounds kind of goofy, as I normally can't stand things that take too long to dry, but I need to get it all on my face first. So far Eve Lom isn't winning the product game.
EO: Everyone Moisturizer
After finishing my first moisturizer, I opened a large foil from EO. It's called the Everyone moisturizer. I knew that I'd have quite a few days worth of the product. In the morning, I cracked open the packet and squirted a dollop onto my fingers.
The first thing I noticed pertained to the thickness. It was a relatively thick cream, which generally means it takes a long time to dry. True to form, it took more than 10 minutes to fully dry. Needless to say, that didn't thrill me. Each subsequent use I attempted to use a smaller amount to mitigate the long drying time, but alas, I was unsuccessful. Regardless of how little I used the product, it took an eternity to dry. The smell wasn't great, either, but it was not nearly as bad as the Eve Lom facial cleanser. It did, however, keep my face moisturized all day.
It's pretty obvious that I'm not going to be purchasing this product in the future. There were far too many things that I disliked about it. Hopefully there are a few other products by EO that I'll enjoy more in the future!
The first thing I noticed pertained to the thickness. It was a relatively thick cream, which generally means it takes a long time to dry. True to form, it took more than 10 minutes to fully dry. Needless to say, that didn't thrill me. Each subsequent use I attempted to use a smaller amount to mitigate the long drying time, but alas, I was unsuccessful. Regardless of how little I used the product, it took an eternity to dry. The smell wasn't great, either, but it was not nearly as bad as the Eve Lom facial cleanser. It did, however, keep my face moisturized all day.
It's pretty obvious that I'm not going to be purchasing this product in the future. There were far too many things that I disliked about it. Hopefully there are a few other products by EO that I'll enjoy more in the future!
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